How far is Killdeer, ND from Bismarck, ND?
The driving distance from Killdeer, ND to Bismarck, ND is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Township in Richland County, North Dakota
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Killdeer and Bismarck.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Killdeer and Bismarck.
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Start on Central Avenue Southeast
1940 ft · 1 min · Central Avenue Southeast
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Continue on State Highway 22 Business
1 mi · 2 min · State Highway 22 Business
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
55 m · 4 sec
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Exit the roundabout
32.5 mi · 49 min
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Take the ramp left
1389 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
94 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Bismarck Expressway
2466 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on Bismarck Expressway
1654 ft · 26 sec · Bismarck Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business East: Bismarck, Mandan
1338 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94 Business East: Main Avenue, Bismarck
1745 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto Memorial Highway
3026 ft · 1 min · Memorial Highway
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Continue on West Main Avenue
2472 ft · 42 sec · West Main Avenue
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Turn slight left onto West Rosser Avenue
1.6 km · 3 min · West Rosser Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Rosser Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Killdeer and Bismarck.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Highway 22 Business
Merge slight left
94 mi · 01h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny leaving Killdeer and Partly Sunny near Bismarck.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Killdeer to Bismarck?
The road trip is about 128.9 miles (207.5 km) and usually takes 02h 08m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Antelope is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.7 miles from Killdeer and 63.3 miles from Bismarck.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:12 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.16 one way or $34.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.4 kg one way.
Do you cross a time zone on this route?
Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Killdeer and Bismarck, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Killdeer and Partly Sunny near Bismarck.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Killdeer and Bismarck. Straight-line distance: 100.53 mi (161.79 km).
#1 Killdeer
Human settlement in Dunn County, North Dakota, United States of America
| Population | 1,155 |
| Coordinates | 47.3719600, -102.7540800 |
| Altitude | 698 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bismarck
The capital of North Dakota.
| Population | 74,018 |
| Coordinates | 46.8083300, -100.7837400 |
| Altitude | 514 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Rosser Avenue (-100.783735, 46.808545)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $17.16 | $34.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.35 | $38.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.18 | $42.35 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.13 | $48.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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